Lilian Thuram is a retired French professional footballer, born on January 1, 1972, in Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe. He is best known for his defensive skills and played primarily as a right-back or center-back. Thuram had a successful club career, notably with Parma, Juventus, and Barcelona, winning multiple league titles and the UEFA Champions League. Thuram also had a significant international career, representing the French national team from 1994 to 2008. He was a key player in France's victory at the 1998 FIFA World Cup and the 2000 UEFA European Championship. After retiring, he became an advocate for social issues, particularly focusing on racism and education.